Leeds United are looking to sign a new marquee striker this summer transfer window and it is their other key area to improve, alongside signing a new goalkeeper

Manchester United kicked off their pre-season with an all too familiar performance during their goalless draw with Leeds United in Sweden.

Mateo Joseph’s no-show at Leeds United’s pre-season camp in Germany has ignited transfer speculation — and now it’s confirmed. As revealed by The Yorkshire Post’s Graham Smyth, the young forward has asked to leave Elland Road, citing a desire to return to his native Spain, with Real Betis reportedly interested.

The latest Leeds United transfer news, views and rumours with updates issued on Anton Stach, Igor Paixao, Lucas Perri and more

Feyenoord winger Igor Paixão has reportedly said yes to Leeds United despite interest from Marseille. Both Leeds and Les Phocéens have been strongly linked with Paixão, who has sent his stock soaring with his exploits in the Eredivisie.

Farke had expected to feature in a pre-season friendly against Man Utd and the tour of Germany, but plans changed following a pair of personal conversations. The 21-year-old, who featured 39 times in the Championship last season, is now pushing for a move abroad.

Longstaff was immediately thrown into the action at his new club, featuring for Leeds as a substitute during their goalless draw with Manchester United in a pre-season friendly match. That game, played in Sweden’s Strawberry Arena on Saturday, saw Longstaff introduced to proceedings as a half-time substitute in place of Ethan Ampadu.

Sheffield United, Leeds United and Huddersfield Town are among the clubs featured in our latest transfer news round-up.

Over the past two months, the Spanish media have repeatedly covered Real Betis interest in Leeds United’s Mateo Joseph. On July 12th, El Desmarque reported the La Liga club have secured an agreement with the striker,

Anton Stach represents Leeds United's most expensive signing of the summer transfer window so far. The 26-year-old has joined the Whites in a deal worth €20m plus add-ons.